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The Middle East stands on the edge of a technological transformation with artificial intelligence (AI). With huge investments in innovation and an ambitious vision for the future, the region aims to harness AI to boost its economy and improve daily life. By 2030, AI is expected to have a major impact on our lives, influencing everything from healthcare and education to personal finance and home management and what not.
Since 2016, AI has taken charge of everything. From 2016 to 2024, we have seen unprecedented growth in artificial intelligence. Unknowingly, every one of us is intertwined with AI. AI is already woven into our daily existence, often without us even realizing it. From predictive text on smartphones to fraud detection in financial transactions, AI has quietly enhanced our lives.
According to PwC, AI could contribute around $15.7 trillion to the global economy by 2030, making it one of the most powerful growth drivers.
For the Middle East, PwC’s report estimates that AI could add up to $320 billion to the regional economy; the potential benefits are even more significant, with estimates suggesting that AI could add up to nearly 11% of the region’s GDP.
This rapid adoption is expected to accelerate the development of smart cities, which is supposed to improve energy efficiency, and create dynamic job markets, further establishing the Middle East as a global hub for AI innovation.
Till next decade AI’s integration will no doubt bring profound changes in our lives, households, careers, and lifestyles. Here are some key areas where AI will reshape our lives:
Imagine a home that knows everything about your routines and adjusts according to your preferences. By 2030, AI will help create smarter homes that optimize energy use, learn household habits, and manage water consumption, right from grocery shopping to energy management.
The education system has changed. AI is revolutionising education by making learning more adaptive and personalized. AI-powered platforms will tailor content based on students’ analyzing possibilities, their strengths, weaknesses, and learning styles. These AI Platforms based on individual student performance, will make education more effective and accessible.
AI has already made its way in healthcare, and before 2030 you will probably see AI-powered diagnostics, personalized health monitoring with treatment recommendations. Advances in predictive analytics will enable early detection of diseases allowing for quicker and more personalized tailored treatment plans, making healthcare more accessible and affordable. This could significantly lower household medical expenses, allowing families to spend less on illness and more on wellness.
Managing finances will become easier with AI-driven personal finance tools . AI-powered apps like Cleo and Mint will help track spending and savings. By analyzing spending patterns, families will benefit from strategies that help minimize debt and increase their savings, making it easier to plan for large expenses.
While AI is expected to replace certain regular jobs and bring significant changes to the workforce, it will also help in automating routine tasks and create numerous new opportunities that require advanced skills. Job roles related to creativity, decision-making, and AI ethics are expected to emerge in this decade. With estimates suggesting that 97 million new jobs could be created by 2025, the workforce must adapt by learning new skills to keep pace with technological advances.
Self-driving vehicles could reduce transportation costs and enhance safety on the roads. By 2030, we could see autonomous vehicles changing urban mobility, making travel more efficient and accessible.
AI is revolutionizing the retail sector by personalizing customer experiences. By analyzing shopping behavior, AI can recommend products based on preferences and previous purchases.
AI is seen enhancing public safety through applications in crime prevention and emergency response. Some cities are using AI to allocate police resources more efficiently, which could lead to lower crime rates and improved community safety, although this also raises ethical questions that need to be addressed.
By 2030, AI will become an integral part of daily life in the Middle East. To position themselves as competitive players on the world stage, the region is creating an environment that encourages innovation and attracts global talent. Though AI seems comfortable, it is essential to balance technological innovation with ethical considerations, to ensure a future where the benefits of AI are accessible to everyone.